The best times to visit Rodrigues Island for ideal weather are

May 14th to November 11th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Rodrigues Island Travel Info

Weather in Rodrigues Island

Temperature

Average temperatures in Rodrigues Island vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 29th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Rodrigues Island, the hottest months are February, January, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid February where highs are regularly around 87.8°F (31°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 76.4°F (24.7°C) at night.

Rodrigues Island Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Rodrigues Island Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Rodrigues Island Perceived Temperature (F)

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Rodrigues Island Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Rodrigues Island Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 87 82.5 75.8
Feb 85.8 82.7 76.3
Mar 85.1 82.1 75.7
Apr 84.3 80.6 74.4
May 81.6 78.2 71.7
Jun 79.2 76 69.6
Jul 77.7 74.1 68.1
Aug 77.7 73.5 67.6
Sep 78.3 75 68.5
Oct 80.7 76.9 70.2
Nov 84 79.7 72.9
Dec 86.3 81.6 74.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 30.6 28.1 24.3
Feb 29.9 28.2 24.6
Mar 29.5 27.8 24.3
Apr 29.1 27 23.6
May 27.6 25.7 22.1
Jun 26.2 24.4 20.9
Jul 25.4 23.4 20.1
Aug 25.4 23.1 19.8
Sep 25.7 23.9 20.3
Oct 27.1 24.9 21.2
Nov 28.9 26.5 22.7
Dec 30.2 27.6 23.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Rodrigues Island are November, October, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid to late November. For example, on the week of November 19th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid February with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of February 19th.

When can you find snow in Rodrigues Island? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Rodrigues Island.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Rodrigues Island (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 25% 0 5.3
Feb 30% 0 6.2
Mar 30% 0 5.6
Apr 31% 0 3.8
May 20% 0 2.4
Jun 17% 0 1.7
Jul 28% 0 3.1
Aug 24% 0 2.4
Sep 17% 0 1.7
Oct 12% 0 2.6
Nov 11% 0 2.1
Dec 19% 0 3.3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 25 0 13.5
Feb 30 0 15.7
Mar 30 0 14.2
Apr 31 0 9.7
May 20 0 6.1
Jun 17 0 4.3
Jul 28 0 7.9
Aug 24 0 6.1
Sep 17 0 4.3
Oct 12 0 6.6
Nov 11 0 5.3
Dec 19 0 8.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Rodrigues Island has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is September (64.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is March (72.1%).

Wind in Rodrigues Island is usually stronger than many places. The windiest month is September, followed by August and October. September’s average wind speed of around 15 knots (17.2 MPH or 27.7 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid August where average top sustained speeds reach 18.5 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Rodrigues Island.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 12.6 Significant breeze 15.6 Significant breeze
Feb 13.5 Significant breeze 16 Significant breeze
Mar 13.2 Significant breeze 15.6 Significant breeze
Apr 13.6 Significant breeze 16.1 Significant breeze
May 12.1 Significant breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Jun 14 Significant breeze 16.4 Significant breeze
Jul 14.5 Significant breeze 17 Significant breeze
Aug 14.9 Significant breeze 17.5 Strong breeze
Sep 15 Significant breeze 17.4 Significant breeze
Oct 14.5 Significant breeze 16.8 Significant breeze
Nov 13.1 Significant breeze 15.5 Significant breeze
Dec 12.9 Significant breeze 15.6 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 68.9%
Feb 72.1%
Mar 72.1%
Apr 70.9%
May 68.9%
Jun 65.7%
Jul 67.2%
Aug 66.9%
Sep 64.6%
Oct 65.5%
Nov 66.4%
Dec 67.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Rodrigues Island?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Mauritius; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 30, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Rodrigues Island, Mauritius is November, followed by January and March. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Rodrigues Island in June. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 73 in June means 73% of the tourists vs. November.

 

 

Overall Rodrigues Island Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 85.4°F (29.7°C) and 80.2°F (26.8°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 9 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 5 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Rodrigues Island, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 85.1°F (29.5°C) and 77.8°F (25.4°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 5 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Rodrigues Island to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 87.8°F (31°C) and 85.4°F (29.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 8 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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